The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is stepping in to shut down a wild rumor making waves online — and trust, it’s for your own good!
🚫 A Costco Card Is NOT a Real ID — TSA Sets the Record Straight!
A now-viral post had folks thinking they could breeze through airport security with nothing more than a Costco membership card. Yes, you read that right. But before you miss your flight thinking your grocery perks double as government credentials, TSA has officially entered the chat.
📢 TSA’s Message: “We Love Rotisserie Chicken, But C’mon Y’all”
TSA took to social media with a humorous but clear statement:
“We love hotdogs & rotisserie chickens as much as the next person but please stop telling people their Costco card counts as a REAL ID because it absolutely does not.”
The agency emphasized that Real ID requirements are federal law, and there’s zero wiggle room when it comes to what documents are acceptable at security checkpoints.
📅 Real ID Deadline Has Already Passed — Here’s What You Need
The May 7th, 2025 deadline for Real ID enforcement has officially come and gone. That means all travelers 18+ must now present one of the following forms of identification for domestic flights:
✅ A Real ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID
✅ A valid U.S. passport
✅ DHS-approved ID (e.g., military ID, permanent resident card)
Important: If your license does not have the star or other Real ID marking, it will not get you through security.
✈️ Don’t Get Caught Slipping, Noir Nation!
The TSA isn’t playing, and neither should you. If you show up to the airport with your favorite wholesale club card instead of federally approved ID, you will be turned away. No boarding pass, no vibes, and no refund.
Save yourself the stress and double-check your documents before that next vacation, family reunion, or girls trip. Because TSA won’t care if the chicken is seasoned — they just want the right ID.
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